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Samsung could layoff up to 30% workforce in China
Samsung could soon start a broader restructuring in the Chinese market. Given the weak performance, Samsung said it would layoff 8% of its sales team in mainland China. The company could lay off up to 30% of its workforce in China by next year.
In a recent development, Samsung notified employees in mainland China about the layoff of nearly 130 positions (~ 8% of sales staff). The move is coming because Samsung is facing sluggish sales in the world’s largest electronics market.
The South Korean tech giant couldn’t stop laying off just 8% of its workforce. Korean media reports that the initial layoff would mark the start of a broader restructuring initiative, potentially reducing up to 30% of the workforce by 2025.
“The company plans to eliminate redundant positions to better allocate resources and enhance organizational performance,” Samsung’s China unit said.
The company is encouraging employees for voluntary resignations to avoid layoffs. If the reduction of voluntary termination falls short, it could pursue selected layoffs. The workforce reduction would help the firm struggle to retain past glory.
Per reports shared by Samsung, its China workforce peaked at 63,316 employees in 2013, which declined to less than 20,000 in early 2022. The company has also shut down multiple production bases in China over the past several years.
Samsung announced the launch of Galaxy F05 in India. The company’s new smartphone will be available for purchase in the Indian market, starting September 20, in 4GB RAM and 64GB storage configuration for INR 7999.
The company’s new budget phone will be available in a 4GB+64GB storage variant. It comes in a refreshing Twilight Blue color, and is set to go on sale on September 20 with exciting launch offers on Flipkart and Samsung.com
The Galaxy F05 introduces a massive 5000mAh battery with 25W fast charging, an impressive 6.7” inch HD+ display, a 50-megapixel dual camera, an 8MP front camera, a leather pattern finish, a MediaTek Helio G85, and much more.
Samsung Galaxy F05 is powered by the MediaTek Helio G85 processor paired with 4GB RAM. The RAM can be boosted by an additional 4GB through RAM Plus, while the phone also comes with expandable storage of up to 1TB.
Samsung’s F05 sports massive 6.7” HD+ display for immersive viewing. It packs a 5000mAh battery, enabling long sessions of browsing, gaming, and binge-watching. The battery supports 25W fast charging giving more power in less time.
The smartphone boots Android 14-based One UI 6 out of the box. Samsung promising two major OS upgrades and four years of security patches. For seamless unlocking and privacy, it also supports Face Unlock.
Samsung has pushed the One UI 6.1.1 update based on Android 14 for the Galaxy Tab S9 series in Canada. This update is already live for users in Europe and Korea, expanding soon to more countries.
After installing the latest One UI version, users of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series can enjoy several new and advanced features. This update now lets you transform sketches into stunning artwork and enhances your photos with better styles.
In addition, the Samsung Keyboard can auto-complete your text, and you can get real-time translations for calls and text in images. You can convert voice to text, manage PDFs more easily, and set wallpapers that change with the weather and time.
Aside from this, One UI 6.1.1 improves the system security with the August 2024 patch and updates several Galaxy apps to the latest available version. The package size of this update is around 2.5GB.
One UI 6.1.1 update for the Galaxy Tab S9 series can be identified through PDA versions ending with BXHB in Canada. However, users in the US along with several other countries are still waiting for this update. It is a gradual rollout so it may take some days to reach all models.
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— Samsung Software Updates (@SamsungSWUpdate) September 18, 2024
If you have received the notification of the update then install it now to get a bug-free experience. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.
Other Samsung Galaxy device users, including those with the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and Galaxy S23 FE, are still waiting for the One UI 6.1.1 update. However, it was scheduled to roll out for these devices on September 17 in Canada.
Mark the Date: One UI 6.1.1 update scheduled for Galaxy S23 and other smartphones in Canada
Samsung starts Galaxy Tab S10 pre-reservation activity ahead of official debut. The company is allowing shoppers to reserve the next tablet in India. There’s a payment of INR 1000 required, offering benefits worth INR 3499.
The teaser displays the upcoming tablet alongside its S Pen stylus. The Galaxy Tab S10 will feature a dual-sensor camera module within a notch-like cutout on the front. The reservations are live till September 25, with the launch expected on 26 or 27.
If you pre-reserve the Galaxy Tab S10 series, you will get a free 45W charger worth INR 3499. The company will also offer instant bank discounts on leading bank cards. You can tune into Samsung Live to get early delivery on the next Galaxy.
Pre-reservation benefits:
- Be among the first few customers to lay your hands on the Galaxy Tab S10.
- You will receive an e-voucher worth INR 3499.
- This e-voucher can be redeemed at the time of pre-booking on Samsung Shop (i.e. Samsung.com/in or Samsung Shop App) only on eligible add-on product.
- The pre-reservation amount of INR 1000 would be adjusted against the purchase value.
How to pre-reserve:
Click on the Pre-reserve button to add next Galaxy Pre-reserve VIP Pass. Pay ₹ 1000 /- using any prepaid payment options available on the pre-reserve page. You will receive next Galaxy Pre-reserve VIP Pass through email & message.
- Pre-reservation Link
The e-voucher if not redeemed during pre-book period, will stand cancelled automatically. INR 1000 will be refunded to the source of payment, once post pre-booking period is over.